Top York Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

northern Europe's largest medieval cathedral, a stone masterpiece in various Gothic styles, with the world's largest medieval stained glass window

well-presented railway museum, largest in the world, with a wide-ranging appeal beyond the railway enthusiast

multi-media ride through a realistic reconstruction of the sights, sounds and smells of the 10th century Viking settlement on this site

former home of The Priors of Nostell and Mayor of York - rediscovered behind modern facade in 1980s - restored to original 15th century splendour - magnificent Great Hall

14 acres of gardens - herbaceous borders - rose garden - rockery - cottage garden

a fine Georgian town house, exuding a welcoming feeling, with a richly decorated interior with many objects d'art and a special children's tour

the home of the Terry family (chocolates). Make your own chocolate box to take home and wander in the beautifully restored Arts & Crafts garden

popular museum covering everyday life through the centuries, best known for its reconstructed Victorian street

offering an interesting view of life in the 18th century, with fine collection of furniture and an award winning garden - an oasis of calm -

built in the reign of Henry II, Clifford's Tower is all that remains of York Castle, with panoramic views across the city and beyond

iconic narrow cobbled lane, lined with picturesque overhanging Tudor buildings on either side, one of York's most photographed locations

comprehensive local history museum, with good coverage of Roman York, as well as the Viking and Medieval eras, plus dinosaur fossils for the kids

hands-on archeological adventure, giving kids the chance to become trainee "diggers" discovering exciting historic artefacts

hidden away in the city centre, this little church remains largely unchanged over hundreds of years, with box pews and stained glass

walk the full 4.5 miles of medieval city walls with great views over York, or take the short stretch between Bootham Bar and Monk Bar

a peaceful 10 acre retreat in the centre of the city, with an extensive botanical collection and a variety of wild birds, surrounded by the ruins of St Marys Abbey